Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,675 per week in Columbia, SC

This position offers the chance to provide specialized care in a long-term acute care environment, working with complex neurological and medical-surgical patients who require advanced monitoring and intervention. The facility supports professional development through structured orientation and ongoing education, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced nurses seeking to expand their LTAC expertise.

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care Medical-Surgical/Telemetry – South Carolina

Start Date: September 21, 2026

Location: Columbia, South Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Weekend coverage supported by rotating call among 6-8 staff members. On-call coverage required after 5pm daily and on weekends, rotating between primary and backup call staff. Contract options available for 13 or 26 weeks.

Highlights:

• LTAC Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit specializing in neurological patient care
• Daily census of approximately 15 patients
• Epic EMR system utilized facility-wide
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and Unit Secretary
• Flexible scheduling options: 36 or 48 hours per week available
• Pre-assignment modules reimbursable up to 16 hours

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical/Telemetry experience required
• Neurological patient care experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
• LTAC experience strongly preferred
• Skills required: complex wound care, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, tracheostomy care and management
• Experience with adult and geriatric patient populations
• Flu vaccination required (no exemptions available)
• Must reside 50+ miles from the contracted facility campus to qualify for this travel position

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to provide specialized care in a long-term acute care environment, working with complex neurological and medical-surgical patients who require advanced monitoring and intervention. You'll collaborate with a robust interdisciplinary team dedicated to comprehensive patient recovery, while maintaining a consistent Monday through Friday night schedule that promotes work-life balance. The facility supports professional development through structured orientation and ongoing education, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced nurses seeking to expand their LTAC expertise.